Aberdare vs Pontypridd — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Aberdare

CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Public order16

Pontypridd

CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff

168

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting32
  • Public order17

Aberdare has less crime — 124 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Pontypridd saw somewhat more crime than Aberdare in April 2026 (168 vs 124 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Pontypridd has more Shoplifting (32). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aberdare or Pontypridd safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aberdare recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 124 vs 168 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Aberdare and Pontypridd?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Pontypridd had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aberdare recorded fewer total crimes (124 vs 168).

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